Stihl 012 AV - would like to keep it going

[Balhincher]

I have an old 012 AV with 16" bar and would like to keep it working. it runs great and has a new bar and cuts great. Unfortunately the mounting bushings and parts for the loop handle are shot and need to,be replaced. Local Stihl dealer says the parts are unavailable. Considering looking for parts saws to buy that use same parts that I could scavenge. Is this a rational strategy? I'm not a Stihl collector or hobbyist but just hate to give up on this saw when it runs so well. Does anyone have a suggestion where I would look to find old 012 saws to buy. Would consider working saws of that or similar models that have common parts. I could combine parts to keep at least one saw going. I also would welcome info about parts dealers who might have parts for old saws like the 012av. Thanks for any help provided

 

[Goinwheelin]

Looks like the AV mounts are available on eBay. Just a quick search. Not familiar with the 012 myself.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/323812985614

 

[Balhincher]

Looks like the AV mounts are available on eBay. Just a quick search. Not familiar with the 012 myself.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/323812985614

Thank you for the link. I'll check those out and see if that is one f the parts I need. I haven't torn it down yet to diagnose the exact problem

 

[pioneerguy600]

Some of the stuff on eBay in the link below, they also list the saws that some parts will interchange with,
https://www.ebay.ca/b/Stihl-012av-In-Chainsaw-Parts-Accessories/85915/bn_7022409407

 

[67L36Driver]

Bottom front AV mount is the same as used in the MS200t.

New oiler parts for them are NLA at the dealer but can be had off evilbay.

The 012 is the only one of that series I feel is worth tinkering. [emoji106]

Try to find a complete working 011. A short period of time and one can swap the larger jug & slug over. [emoji108]

 

[Balhincher]

Bottom front AV mount is the same as used in the MS200t.

New oiler parts for them are NLA at the dealer but can be had off evilbay.

The 012 is the only one of that series I feel is worth tinkering. [emoji106]

Try to find a complete working 011. A short period of time and one can swap the larger jug & slug over. [emoji108]

Here are some photos of the saw handle mounts

 

[Balhincher]

Bottom front AV mount is the same as used in the MS200t.

New oiler parts for them are NLA at the dealer but can be had off evilbay.

The 012 is the only one of that series I feel is worth tinkering. [emoji106]

Try to find a complete working 011. A short period of time and one can swap the larger jug & slug over. [emoji108]

67L36 Driver,
Thank you for your suggestions. Help much appreciated looking for a 011 now as you suggest

 

[Vintage Engine Repairs]

Good on you for wanting to keep it running. I love tinkering on old saws and having direct contact to the past and seeing the evolution unfold.

seems your question has been answered, happy sawing and restoring